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257. Rules Need Context — Why “Because I Said So” Doesn’t Work in Autism Parenting
Rules can feel like constant battles in autism parenting— especially when you’re repeating yourself, feeling frustrated, and wondering why things that should be simple just aren’t clicking.
In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mompodcast, Shannon Urquiola breaks down why rules without context often don’t work for autistic children — and why that isn’t defiance, disrespect, or failure.
You’ll learn:
Why phrases like “you know better” and “because I said so” often backfire
How stress, overwhelm, and regulation impact your child’s ability to follow rules
Why timing matters — and why…
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